Business Details
50 Years
experience
Family-Owned Nursery & Gift Shop in Anchorage, AK
Bell's Nursery & Gifts is a family-run business established in 1976, dedicated to providing high-quality plants, gardening expertise, and unique retail experiences in Anchorage, Alaska. Our operations include a greenhouse specializing in annuals, hydroponic tomatoes, and custom hanging baskets, alongside a gift shop featuring premium products like Sees Candy, Swarovski, and Le Creuset. We expanded to include a coffee bar, creating a one-stop destination for gardening needs, holiday decorations, and specialty gifts. Our tomatoes are vine-ripened and distributed statewide, while our gift shop curates items ranging from home decor to gourmet foods. With three locations, including our flagship Specking Road store open year-round, we combine decades of horticultural experience with personalized service.Our team prioritizes customer education through gardening tips, plant care guides, and community engagement initiatives. Recognized as the 2025 Farm Family of the Year, we remain committed to sustainable growing practices and supporting local agriculture. Our services extend to event hosting in our Espresso Bar space, catering to luncheons and special gatherings. By blending tradition with innovation, we ensure every customer finds both practical solutions and unique treasures under one roof.
Services
Nursery
Gift Shop
Coffee Bar
Hydroponic Tomatoes
Christmas Trees
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- Family-operated since 1976 with generational horticultural expertise
- Alaska's source for vine-ripened hydroponic tomatoes statewide
- Custom hanging baskets available for seasonal pickup
- Curated gift selection featuring premium brands like Swarovski and Le Creuset
- 2025 Farm Family of the Year award recipients
What people say
Beautiful hanging baskets
Best local tomato source
Unique gift items
Knowledgeable staff
Charming coffee bar
Services
Nursery
Bell's Nursery & Gifts offers a wide selection of greenhouse-grown annuals, perennials, and shrubs cultivated locally since January each year. Our plants are specifically adapted for Alaska's Zone 3-4 climate, with expert guidance on planting timelines and care. Customers can order custom hanging baskets for spring pickup, ensuring vibrant seasonal displays.
Gift Shop
Our Anchorage gift shop features premium products including Sees Candy, Swarovski collectibles, Le Creuset cookware, and Department 56 holiday decorations. The curated inventory includes home decor, gourmet foods, and specialty items like Smartwool apparel and Crabtree & Evelyn skincare products. Seasonal displays and knowledgeable staff help customers find unique gifts for all occasions.
Hydroponic Tomatoes
We grow vine-ripened hydroponic tomatoes from March to November, available at our nursery and all Carrs/Safeway stores statewide. Our controlled greenhouse environment ensures consistent quality and flavor throughout Alaska's growing season. These tomatoes represent 80% of our nursery's locally grown produce offerings.
Coffee Bar
The on-site coffee bar provides espresso drinks and a relaxed atmosphere for customers to enjoy while shopping. Located within our Specking Road location, it serves as both a customer amenity and event space for gatherings of 20-50 guests, available for reservation.
Seasonal Decor
We offer Christmas trees, poinsettias, and holiday decorations during winter months, alongside summer floral displays. Our inventory includes Byers Choice figurines, Snowbabies collectibles, and fresh-cut evergreens. Staff provide decorating advice and seasonal gardening tips through in-store resources and publications.
People
Mike Mosesian
Owner
Third-generation horticulturist and owner of Bell's Nursery & Gifts, Mike Mosesian pioneered Alaska's first commercial greenhouse vineyard in 2019. With decades of experience in northern growing conditions, he leads sustainable agricultural practices and community education initiatives.
The Mosesian Family
Owners
Recognized as 2025 Farm Family of the Year, the Mosesian family has operated Bell's Nursery & Gifts since its founding in 1976. They maintain hands-on involvement in daily operations while expanding the business to include multiple Anchorage locations and diversified product lines.
Questions
What are Bell's Nursery & Gifts's current hours?
Our Specking Road location is open Tuesday-Saturday 10:30 AM-6 PM and Sunday 10:30 AM-5 PM. Other locations are seasonally closed.
Do you sell hydroponic tomatoes year-round?
Our hydroponic tomatoes are available March-November, with peak production during summer months.
What gift shop brands do you carry?
We feature Swarovski, Le Creuset, Sees Candy, Department 56, Smartwool, and locally made Alaskan products among our curated selection.
Can I order custom hanging baskets?
Yes, custom hanging basket orders are accepted in fall for spring pickup to ensure optimal growing conditions.
Do you host events at your nursery?
Our Espresso Bar space accommodates events for 20-50 guests. Contact us directly at 907-345-4476 for reservations.
